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• Mental health >> Depression >> Age 30-39 >> Interview 37 >> She had relationships with other women, and her mother reacted badly to one of her partners who she took to a family gathering, which was hurtful.

Is currently feeling well after a recent rough patch. Helpful approaches have included talking therapies, Prozac (20mg/day), living in a sunnier climate, and exercise.

• Mental health >> Depression >> Age 40-54 >> Interview 16 >> Was bashed because he was gay, and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. The diagnosis helped him to feel that it was not his fault.

The most helpful approaches for him have included getting rest, counselling, lifestyle changes (involving moving to a better community and living on less money), spirituality and partner support.

• Mental health >> Depression >> Age 40-54 >> Interview 23 >> Felt sexual feelings and love for another boy at school in the 60s, but was quite shocked by it, and did not want to be seen as homosexual.

While avoiding medication, helpful approaches have included counselling, self-help books and alternative therapies (e.g. re-birthing). These approaches have helped reduce negative thinking and anxiety.

• Mental health >> Depression >> Age 29 and under >> Interview 18 >> Says that she fell in love with her best girlfriend and slowly came to terms with her homosexuality with the help of a counsellor.

Became depressed while looking after a friend with depression. Believes Seroxat contributed to her suicide attempt. With counselling and new medication (venlafaxine 150mg/day) she is getting better.

• Mental health >> Depression >> Age 40-54 >> Interview 23 >> He told someone accepting about his sexuality and felt elated, but then realised he would have to tell others who might not be so understanding.

While avoiding medication, helpful approaches have included counselling, self-help books and alternative therapies (e.g. re-birthing). These approaches have helped reduce negative thinking and anxiety.